What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Rosneath?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Rosneath is to bus and ferry which costs £16 - £35 and takes 4h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Rosneath?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Rosneath is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Rosneath?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Rosneath. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Helensburgh Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Rosneath?

The distance between Edinburgh and Rosneath is 69 miles. The road distance is 82.4 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Rosneath without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Rosneath without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £28 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Rosneath?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Edinburgh to Rosneath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Rosneath train from?

Edinburgh to Rosneath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Rosneath train arrive?

Edinburgh to Rosneath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Helensburgh Central station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Rosneath?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Rosneath is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Edinburgh to Rosneath.

Where can I stay near Rosneath?

There are 908+ hotels available in Rosneath.

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Rosneath by train, bus, ferry, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh Centraltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central
2h 29m
£28–55
Bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Gourock Rail Stationbus 901
3. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Kilcreggan Ferry Terminalferry
4h 14m
£17–32
Drive 81.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Rosneathcar 81.9 mi
1h 46m
£20–29

Edinburgh to Rosneath by train and bus

225Weekly Services

2h 29mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 68.3 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Rosneath, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh Central hourly. Tickets cost £28–55 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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